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Trump, May 8 and victory

Is May 8 now a national holiday? Trump declares day celebrating WWII victory

President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social earlier this week that he is designating two dates, including May 8 as national holidays to honor the U.S. winning both World Wars. He followed that up with a proclamation declaring May 8 as "Victory Day for World War II.

The Associated Press on MSN · 1d

Trump just declared Thursday, May 8 as ‘Victory Day’ - what this means

The Republican president has complained the U.S. doesn't spend enough time celebrating its military victories like the rest of the world.

Hindustan Times on MSN · 1d

Trump declares May 8 Victory Day for World War II. Here's what's open and closed

In case you haven't heard it yet, today is a national holiday! Donald Trump has signed a proclamation officially declaring May 8 as Victory Day for World War II. The newly created holiday will be celebrated to commemorate the “Allied Powers' triumph” in 1945,

Russia’s Victory Day parade begins

UPI on MSN · 1d

Chinese President Xi Jinping visits Russia for 'Victory Day' celebration

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Russian President Vladimir Putin Thursday in Moscow as a contingent of world leaders come to Russia as it celebrates the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II.

LA Times on MSN · 3h

Victory Day parade in Russia celebrates the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany

Russia on Friday celebrated the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II, as President Vladimir Putin presided over a massive parade of tanks, missiles and troops through Red Square and welcomed over two dozen world leaders — the most since Moscow sent troops into Ukraine.

Seattle Times · 11h

AP PHOTOS: Russia’s Victory Day parade begins

Russia marked the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II with a massive military parade on Red Square on Friday. ____ This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

Nation gives thanks to veterans

BBC · 22h

Beacon lit to mark 80th anniversary of VE Day

A beacon lighting ceremony was held in Stourport-on-Severn that was attended by up to 150 people. A beacon-lighting ceremony has taken place at the end of a day of events in Herefordshire and Worcestershire to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day.

Colchester Gazette on MSN · 1d

Hundreds gather in Colchester to celebrates 80 years since VE Day

HUNDREDS gathered in Colchester on Wednesday, May 8 to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day with a moving and dignified commemoration that honoured the town’s deep military heritage and those who gave their lives during the Second World War.

PA Media on MSN · 1d

In Pictures: Nation gives thanks to veterans on the 80th anniversary of VE Day

On May 8 1945, the nation celebrated Victory in Europe, with church bells ringing out to mark the end of the Second World War.

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Pope Leo XIV chosen May 8, Trump's newly declared holiday to commemorate end of World War II

Trump declared May 8 a national holiday to honor the end of fighting in World War II. He has always wanted to rename Veterans ...

WTAE-TV2d

Trump designates Thursday as a day for the US to celebrate victory in World War II

He said he was renaming May 8 as Victory Day for World War II and Nov. 11 as Victory Day for World War I.“Many of our allies and friends are celebrating May 8th as Victory Day, but ...

RiverBender.com1d

This Day in History on May 8: Victory in Europe Day

May 8 is a date that echoes with historical significance across the globe.1945 Victory in Europe Day (VE Day)Arguably the ...

Trump says he wants to change name of Veterans Day: Here's what he wants to call it

Here's why President Trump is pushing to rename Veterans Day, a federal holiday recognized each year on Nov. 11.

The Kyiv Independent on MSN2d

'No new instructions' — Putin's unilateral Victory Day ceasefire takes effect May 8, Kremlin says

Russia's unilateral ceasefire during Victory Day celebrations remains in place, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on ...

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Putin and Xi attend WW2 Victory Day military parade in Moscow

Russia marked the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two on Friday (May 9) with a ...

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